The Grand Canal Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin

Building
work began on the Grand Canal Theatre in January 2007 and was completed
in 2010. The Theatre opened on Thursday March the 18th 2010 with a production
of 'Swan Lake' by the Russian State Ballet.

The Theatre is capable of seating some 2,000 people in an auditorium
on three levels, stalls, circle, and upper circle. There is also a space
behind the circle called the 'Circle Club' which overlooks the Grand
Canal Basin and provides refreshment and meals for visitors before,
during, and after the performances, and a rooftop terrace and bar which
has panoramic views over the City.

Right - The South Facade of the Grand Canal Theatre, Dublin whilst
under construction in January 2010 - Courtesy Des Kerins.

In January 2010 Des Kerins visited the site of the Theatre to take
some photos for this site, he says 'The interiors were at an advanced
stage then and all the workmen were wearing protective covers on their
footwear as they came and went. It is a spectacular architectural statement
set among new buildings in an area which has lain neglected for many
years. So it is a welcome development. A new bridge spanning the River
Liffey has been put in place and opened recently nearby and gives an
excellent access route from the north side of Dublin City to the new
theatre. The bridge is about 200 metres from the theatre.' - Des
Kerins.

The Grand Canal Theatre is operated by Live Nation and you may like
to visit the Theatre's own website here.

Above - The new Samuel Beckett bridge spanning the
river Liffy which gives an excellent access route from the north side
of Dublin City to the new Grand Canal Theatre - Courtesy Des Kerins.

Above - The new Samuel Beckett bridge spanning the
river Liffy which gives an excellent access route from the north side
of Dublin City to the new Grand Canal Theatre. Also shown in this photograph
is the new Convention Centre - Courtesy Des Kerins.